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Saturday, 22 February 2014

6th Putrajaya International@Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2014*!

The International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta returns to Putrajaya in 2014!

Putrajaya once again host a fiesta like no other in
the country. The thriving government capital will be converted to a
major tourist and visitor attraction site over a four-day period from 27
– 30 March 2014. An event that is not to be missed, 2014’s fiesta is
the sixth installment of the internationally recognized hot air balloon
fiesta, featuring the attendance of more than 20 hot air balloons all
over the world, including at least five special shaped hot air balloons.

Admission is free so all are welcome to experience a fresh view of the
skies by going on the tethered hot air balloon rides or coast the
stunning Putrajaya skyline in a helicopter joy ride. For those who
search for a bit of adventure, the Mountain Dew Extreme Zone boasts an
array of outdoor fun including water zorbing and rock climbing. Food and
beverage outlets aplenty, be sure to grab a meal at KFC outlets at the
fiesta and remember to keep yourself hydrated.

Younger kids
will not miss out on the fun in the sun as they wait for the hot air
balloons to take flight – the kids’ play area is back this year and
offers a variety of amusement rides, coloring contests, arts &
crafts and many more.

Hot Air Balloon Show

The heart of the event, the hot air balloon show happens twice
daily (subject to weather conditions) and showcases the stunning array
of balloons that have taken part in the year's Fiesta. Sit back and
enjoy the view as balloons in all shapes and sizes colour the Putrajaya
skyline as they take flight at the Blue Zone launching field.
The balloons' flight path depends wholly on the natural wind direction.

If you would like to enjoy the ride of balloon, the attraction ride will be at blue zone.This attraction is on a first-come-first served basis. Strictly no
reservation or pre-selling of tickets. Numbered tags will be given out
30 minutes prior to the opening of the counter. Ticket purchase will be
available to the first 180 visitors in the queue with numbered tags. The
maximum number of purchase for tickets is only 4 per person. Should the
weather prohibit the balloons to take flight, visitors may proceed to
the ticket counter and claim for a full refund. Passenger safety is our
utmost priority. Ride at your own risk.It is subjected to weather condition and it is a limited to 180 tickets per session!

Location: Blue Zone

Counter Open:

7.00am : Morning Flight5.30pm : Evening Flight

Operating Hours:

7.30am : Morning Flight6.30pm : Evening Flight

Price: RM20

You can download the event itinerary as HERE.Visitors are
encouraged to take the KLIA Transit to Putrajaya as they will be
offering members of the public discounts of up to 35% on return ticket
sales during the four days. Mobile taxi booking service MyTeksi will
also be providing a RM15 cash back promotion for anyone who books a taxi
to the event using the MyTeksi mobile application. From the Putrajaya
station, members of the public can hop on to the Nadi Putra buses which
will take them directly to the fiesta grounds. *PROMOTION PERIOD: